Planning to leave your job in Germany? Then one of your first and most important steps is to write a resignation letter. Under German labor law, a resignation is only legally valid if it’s submitted in writing and signed on…
If you’re planning to resign or have received notice from your employer, one of your first questions will be: When will my last day of work be? In Germany, the answer depends on your notice period, which is often determined…
Changing jobs or receiving a termination notice can be stressful—especially if you’re unsure about how much notice you’re legally entitled to or required to give. In Germany, the law provides clear rules on statutory notice periods (gesetzliche Kündigungsfristen) that protect…
In Germany, pregnant employees benefit from one of the strongest employment protections in Europe. Termination during pregnancy is almost always prohibited, regardless of the size of the company or the employee’s nationality. The legal framework ensures that expectant mothers cannot…
German labor law permits dismissal only under strict legal conditions. One of the most sensitive and complex categories is the dismissal for behavioural reasons—known in German as verhaltensbedingte Kündigung. This type of termination is based on employee misconduct that violates…
German labor law allows termination of employment only under clearly defined legal grounds. One of these is dismissal for personal reasons, known in German as personenbedingte Kündigung. It applies when an employee is permanently unable to fulfill their contractual duties—through…
In Germany, employment cannot be terminated at will. Employers must have a legally valid reason to dismiss an employee, and the most commonly cited justification is dismissal for operational reasons—known in German as betriebsbedingte Kündigung. This type of termination is…
German labor law provides one of the strongest dismissal protection systems in Europe. In addition to general protection for most employees, there are strict rules offering special protection against dismissal to certain vulnerable or strategically important groups. This includes pregnant…
If you’re an expat working in Germany and have been dismissed—or fear losing your job—understanding your rights is essential. German labor law provides strong protection against unfair or unjustified terminations. Taking action against unfair dismissal may be your best option…
Losing your job in a foreign country can be daunting—both emotionally and legally. For expatriates and foreign workers in Germany, understanding your rights under the German unemployment insurance system is essential to ensure financial stability and maintain your legal residence…